I think we can all agree that one of the primary or the primary responsibility of government is to keep American families safe.

one of the key things to do that is in fact make sure we choke off the funding that goes to terrorist organizations.

a stable government--whatever type of system it is--promotes a stable economy.

Again, I urge the committee to make sea urchins exempt from inspection, as shellfish currently are, by passing this legislation.

Isn't there a way that you can inspect the product coming in from the south of the border, and leave us alone up in Maine?

If Mr. Leask can dive down and harvest in the cold, dark waters of Maine, I am sure you folks can figure out a way to do this, so our 650 jobs in Maine are not penalized, sir.

we are much more concerned in representing our district in the great state of Maine

When we inspect the sea floor in our annual survey dives in the state of Maine, I am guessing you are comfortable that we are doing everything we can to assure there is sustainable fishery in Maine, is that correct?

When are we going to have a serious conversation with the kids in this country, 25- and 30-year-old folks to say, if you want these programs that are growing a lot faster than our tax revenues, we need to make some changes?

They talk about it, but all they want is bigger government, more spending, and more debt, which results in higher taxes.

You are clearly showing that you are collecting those urchins in a bag--you weren't clearcutting--correct?